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Frenectomy

Frenectomy NJ - Labial & Lingual Frenulum

Frenectomy (frenulectomy, frenuloplasty, frenotomy) is a procedure that removes a frenum or frenulum in the mouth. There are 3 types of frenum, a labial, a lingual, and a buccal frenum. A frenum is the muscular attachment found between 2 tissues inside of the mouth. An upper labial frenectomy is the removal of the frenum found between the upper lip and gums, also known as the lip tie. A lower labial frenectomy is the removal of the frenum found between the lower lip and gums, which can create gum recession. A lingual frenectomy is the removal of the frenum found between the floor of the mouth and the bottom center of the tongue, also known as the tongue tie. A buccal frenectomy is the removal of the frenum found between the cheeks and the gums, also known as the cheek or buccal ties.  

 

Symptoms of Frenectomies

Infants

·         poor latch                                                                   ·         painful/difficulty breastfeeding

·         acid reflux                                                                   ·         colic, gassy

·         GI issues                                                                     ·         Poor weight gain

·         Short sleep episodes                                                   ·         Falling asleep while attempting to nurse

·         Incomplete drainage after feeding                             ·         Mastitis and/or low milk supply

·         Long feeding episodes

 

 Children 

·         Space between two front teeth                                    ·         Orthodontic issues

·         Food aversion                                                             ·         Choking on fluids

·         Loud breathing/sleep apnea                                       ·         Poor weight gain

·         Speech impediments (i.e. lisping, issues with enunciation)

 

Adults 

·         Neck/shoulder pain                                                   ·         Headaches/migraines

·         GI issues                                                                   ·         TMJ problems

·         Food aversion                                                          ·         Speech impediments (i.e. lisping, issues with enunciation)

·         Sleep apnea                                                              ·         Receding gums

·         Poor fitting dentures                                                ·         Incomplete orthodontics treatments

·         Crowding of lower teeth

 

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Testimonials

For almost 7 weeks, my newborn and I suffered. She screamed when I put her to my breast. She cried. She punched. She kicked. In turn, I cried. She dreaded every feed and I dreaded every feed. I had this vision we would be creating an impenetrable bond and it would bring us so much closer. In turn, I felt like she almost hated me. I then began pumping and she still screamed after a feed. After asking multiple pediatricians what the problem was---in which they gave me these answers: "It's colic." "It's just her temperament." "It's reflux." "She will grow out of it." I had had enough. So I researched online and found Dr.Tanios-Rafla. I was not going to wait for her to "grow out of it." Something was terribly wrong and I wanted my baby to not be in so much pain all the time.

Dr. Tanios-Rafla diagnosed my baby with "severe lip and tongue tie" within 30 seconds. I cried. She was the most maternal, compassionate doctor whom I have ever met. She held my baby. Hugged her. Hugged me --and then assured me that from here forward, "all is going to be ok."

The procedure is quick and Dr. Tanios-Rafla's commitment to making sure that the parents know how to complete the exercises is second to none. She asks you to come back for follow-ups, when most doctors would collect your money and forget about your baby. She doesn't. She wants you and baby to be happy and she commits to ensure that happens. Her instructions are clear and she even has a video in case you forget. She also will take your call--even if it's just to vent emotionally as a mom.

This procedure changed our lives -but more importantly, Dr. Tanios-Rafla changed our life. I have a happy baby. A completely new one. And I get teary-eyed that no one told me sooner--until I met Dr Tanios-Rafla.

Do yourself a favor and go see her.

Katie F.

We took our son to see Dr. Rafla when he was 5 weeks old. I had such a difficult time breastfeeding and thought it was normal to be in so much pain. Most people agreed it was including doctors, midwives and the hospital LC (lactation consultant). Friends told me it was okay if I couldn't breastfeed. Many are unable to. But breastfeeding is one of the most important aspects of a child's health and development and significantly impacts the health of their entire life!

Sure enough, after having an LC come to our house, we found out that our son had a tongue and lip tie. The LC referred us to Dr. Rafla, and within a few weeks the difference was night and day!

Dr. Rafla, made us comfortable with the procedure. She was very confident and reassuring. And she was well organized and attentive. It is very obvious that she is an expert in her field. The exercises were key to maintaining the success of the procedure. Dr. Rafla is adamant about them! But not many doctors are or even tell you about they're needed.

Bottom line - If you feel that breastfeeding is very painful and your baby isn't satisfied afterward and/or isn't growing as they should, DON'T GIVE UP! GO TO DR. RAFLA FOR AN EVALUATION!! If your child has a tongue or lip tie, Dr. Rafla can fix it!
Highly recommend! Can you tell?

Jessica W.

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